Road Roller

A Road Roller is a heavy construction machine that uses weight, vibration or tyres to compact asphalt, gravel, soil and other granular materials creating a stable, smooth and level surface for roads and foundations. By forcing out air pockets and consolidating loose materials, road rollers increase the density and durability of the ground or pavement, making it suitable to bear weight.

Training can be provided on the following category:

Road Roller

Accrediting Body: Independent Training Standards Scheme & Register (ITSSAR)

Maximum Ratio: 3 : 1 : 1 (3 Trainees : 1 Instructor : 1 Vehicle)

Durations:

Novice* – 1 or 2 Operators = 2 days, 3 Operators = 3 days
Experienced** – 1 Operator = 1 day, 2 or 3 Operators = 2
Safety Refresher*** – 1 2 or 3 Operators = 1 day
Conversion - Please contact me

* For trainees with very little or no previous operating experience of a road roller
** Existing operators with previous experience of using a road roller but have not received formal training
*** This course is available for those trainees with in-date documentary evidence of formal training

Course Breakdown

The following is a list of elements that make up a novice course. (N.B. The list for experienced operators, safety refreshers and conversion courses may be shorter).

Course Introduction, the need & reasons to train and relevant statutory requirements

Introduction to the equipment, control familiarisation and principles of operation

Recommended mount & dismount, introduction to the motive & steering controls, simple hydraulics (theory) and introduction to the hydraulic controls

Manoeuvring around site in forwards and reverse

Maintenance & refuelling procedures

Operators’ safety code, relevant handout and safety film

Daily pre-use inspections

Engineering principles, rated capacity and stability

Roll newly laid – tarmac, aggregate, gravel, soil, sand*

Load and unload the roller to/from a lorry or trailer*

Testing: Pre-use checks, practical skills and theory

* Will be covered where facilities allow/are relevant

All courses are ITSSAR accredited and are recognised throughout the industry.

On-Site Courses and Facilities Required

The course will be delivered on your premises. This will give your employees the advantage of being trained and tested on the roller they will use after training has been completed, safely and efficiently.

Training can be tailored/bespoke to your business requirements, but the following facilities will be required:

Access to your roller
An area suitable and large enough for basic & advanced manoeuvring and testing
For theory training – an area large enough for the instructor and the trainees to work, with chairs, a table and a power supply (A small office)
It is recommended that all road roller operators wear safety footwear and a hi-visibility vest. Other personal protective equipment is as per the company’s SSOW/RA

Certification

After completing the course you will receive:

A certificate e-mailed to you

If you have applied for ITSSAR TOPS* (Trained Operators Passport Scheme), you will be registered onto the TOPS database, have your own TOPS number and receive a photo identification card.

* There is an additional charge of £20 per trainee. This covers the registration onto the TOPS database and card

After Care

After completing the training, feedback (verbally and written) will be given to both the trainee and their manager on the trainee’s performance including any recommendations.

When refresher training is due, (HSE recommends every 3 – 5 years, your company policy may differ), notification will be sent via email.